* While we’re on the topic of Mopars, Aaron Beck seems to be slightly obsessed with the big M’s E-bodies, as we see by his near-endless stream of photochops all based on the ‘Cuda and Challenger. Above, “the getaway car,” a post-apocalyptic ‘Cuda. (via)

* While we’re on the topic of missing automotive history, whatever happened to Henry Ford’s punchbowl, technically the first race trophy he ever won?

* Finally, while we’re big fans of Jay Leno’s, he gets plenty of exposure without our help, so we don’t often link to him. We’ll make an exception in this case, as he recently hosted McKeel Hagerty and Bob Knechel to talk about the Collectors Foundation and about getting the next generation into older cars. Good stuff, and we’re glad Jay’s on board with this effort.

Gary Melarisays:

April 17, 2011 6:09 am

After being around for almost 54 years and enjoying the old car hobby for most of those I’m very gratified to see the Old Car Bible Hemming’s still running strong. As the hobby has made adjustments so do we as we age, no more pushing my restoration project basketcases around, time to get behind the wheel and drive! My wife and I are proud to own a few Classic Chevys, most notably a very rare 1959 Chevrolet Biscayne Utility Sedan [Buisnessman’s coupe], being California built and out of Idaho. It was ordered with only 1 option, an oil bath air cleaner and has of course no back seat, no rear roll down windows, no lighter, radio, right hand sun visor, door jamg light switches, etc. The original 52,000 mile 235 6cyl. 3 spd. on the column still runs great for 52 years old and will get many miles of our family enjoyment. We also have a 1961 Chevy Impala 2 Dr. Sport Coupe with only 62,000 miles on it and a rare factory color of Arbor Green. The original 283 3 spd. on the column runs strong and was a tough one to find. I’ve been amazed at the changes in the hobby over the years, especially the skyrocketing values of these cars and the availabilty of reproduction parts. We plan on keeping our gems for many years to come and with the help of Hemmings [and Ebay] will keep them running strong. Also, a plug for my Uncle’s nice Corvette Convertible! {Hi, UNK!]. Thanks Hemming’s and best of luck to all other old car enthusiasts!